Ruby Carr: Bite Me

If you are looking for something to fill your afternoon in Brighton this May, Ruby Carr is bringing her new stand-up show, Bite Me, to The Actors - Theatre. The premise is quite specific: Ruby is balancing a 32-week plan to get a 'Hollywood smile' from her dentist with a 12-week timeline to manage her OCD through the NHS. It is a show about having a lot on one's mind, quite literally.

You can catch the show on the 9th and 10th of May 2026, with both performances starting at 15:00. Tickets are priced at £9 for standard entry, or £7 if you qualify for a concession. The show has been noted for its style, with previous reviews describing it as 'frequently ridiculous and silly' and highlighting that Carr is comfortable working a crowd. It is worth noting that the show involves audience interaction, strong language, and references to mental illness, so it is aimed at an audience aged 16 and over. If you are bringing a little one, there is a 'babes in arms' policy where children under two can attend for free if they sit on a lap, and the venue is accessible for assistance dogs.

Ruby Carr has been recognised in the comedy circuit over the last few years. She was nominated for the Neurodiverse Review ADHD Comedy Award in 2024, won the Funny Women Comedy Writing Award in 2022, and was named 'One to Watch' at the Funny Women Stage Awards in 2021. These accolades provide some context on the type of work she has been developing leading up to this current show. It is a straightforward setup at The Actors, and if you enjoy stand-up that leans into personal, sometimes chaotic narratives, this might be one to consider for your weekend plans.